The President of the United States should strive to be always mindful of the fact that he serves his party best who serves his country best.
Rutherford B. HayesRead
We are in a period when old questions are settled and the new are not yet brought forward. Extreme party action, if continued in such a time, would ruin the party. Moderation is its only chance. The party out of power gains by all partisan conduct of those in power
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the need for moderation in political actions during transitional periods to maintain stability.
Rutherford B. Hayes highlights the importance of moderation within political parties during times of uncertainty, suggesting that extreme actions can be detrimental. He argues that while old issues have been resolved, new challenges have yet to emerge, making it crucial for parties to avoid polarizing behaviors that could lead to their downfall.
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PoliticsModerationPartyPowerAction
In practice
Example use cases
During a political debate, one could use this quote to advocate for a more moderate approach.
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